
Since the start of July, most of Indiana has received at least 2 inches with up to 8 inches of precipitation (Figure 1).
Since the start of July, most of Indiana has received at least 2 inches with up to 8 inches of precipitation (Figure 1).
The remnants of Hurricane Beryl brought much-needed rain to the state, although some areas experienced excessive totals.
Temperatures were much more pleasant over the past seven days (June 24-July 1) compared to the heat experienced in mid-late June.
Last week, temperatures were higher than normal, and the lack of precipitation was causing lawns to turn brown, creek and lake levels to drop, and some crops to start showing stress.
As I write this article, in a cool, air-conditioned office, I hear others talking about how hot it is outside. I see weather app icons showing bold suns that stress how sunny and hot conditions are and will continue to be.
Meteorological spring (March-May) roared to a close on May 31, and the data is in—it was the 26th wettest on record in 130 years of records, with 14.28 inches of precipitation statewide, over 1.5 inches above normal.
Allergy season is in full swing. At least, it is for me. Runny nose, itchy eyes, and consistent drainage that I have to clear in the shower every morning.
As of writing, it appears we’re heading into the start of meteorological summer (June 1) with a wet meteorological spring on the books.
I have been seeing a lot of reports around the state about overly wet conditions with impacts such as running field tiles, high-leveled lakes and streams, field ponding, and difficulty getting into the fields for planting.
Allergy season is in full swing. At least, it is for me. Runny nose, itchy eyes, and consistent drainage that I have to clear in the shower every morning.
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